Explore the rich history of lingua franca, the language bridge that connects diverse cultures and fosters global understanding.
Susan Kouguell interviews writer/director Isabel Sandoval about her film, "Lingua Franca," the themes that are important to her, and advice to emerging writers and filmmakers.
People often talk about English as a global language or lingua franca. With more than 350 million people around the world speaking English as a first language and more than 430 million speaking it as a second language, there are English speakers in most countries around the world. Why is English so popular, though? And why has it become a global language?
We are taking personalization one step further! Introducing our Bespoke Design Cardigan. Turn your photos, stuffed animals, and hand-drawn or hand-written designs into a one-of-a-kind 100% cashmere cardigan. Once you place your order, a member of the Lingua Franca team will be in touch for your one-on-one design consultation. We cannot wait to see what you create! Review bespoke details here. Please note that price is subject to change based on final design.
A lingua franca is a second language that people from different countries have in common, and it makes international communication possible. It might seem like a given that English is the world’s lingua franca, but how did it get to be that way and whatever happened to French?
Removable Panel: Removable Panel Size: 26.25 inches wide x 53 inches high (Covers 9.39 square feet) Repeat Type: Straight-Repeat (visit our FAQs to understand what a repeat is) Repeat Pattern Size: 26" w x 17.33" h Wallshoppe includes a 1/4" bleed, or overprint, in the width of every panel and a 1" overprint on the length. The overprint provides panels extra protection when shipping, and additional wiggle-room for installation. The overprint can stay on the panel or it can be cut off prior to installation. How to install a Removable Panel Easy peel and stick application Removable pressure sensitive adhesive backing
Lingua Franca Long Sleeve Sweater with Embroidered "Vote" Detail Designer = Lingua Franca Size = XL Color = Grey Material = Cashmere Condition = Good Location: Glencoe Item Number: 13124-923 Item ID: 289779 Category: Sweater
100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC. All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 1-2 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-3 days). Interested in customizing your sweater? Build a custom sweater here! Because all items are hand-embroidered to order, we are unable to accept returns. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please emails us at [email protected].
The most popular piece the knitwear brand Lingua Franca sells at the moment is a cashmere sweater embroidered simply with the phrase "I Miss Barack."
Removable Panel: Removable Panel Size: 26.25 inches wide x 53 inches high (Covers 9.39 square feet) Repeat Type: Straight-Repeat (visit our FAQs to understand what a repeat is) Repeat Pattern Size: 26" w x 17.33" h Wallshoppe includes a 1/4" bleed, or overprint, in the width of every panel and a 1" overprint on the length. The overprint provides panels extra protection when shipping, and additional wiggle-room for installation. The overprint can stay on the panel or it can be cut off prior to installation. How to install a Removable Panel Easy peel and stick application Removable pressure sensitive adhesive backing
Lingua Franca "Ashby" crochet top with mixed stitchesScoop necklineLong sleevesCropped styleRelaxed fitPullover styleOrganic cotton/animal hair/merino woolUnlinedDry cleanMade in Peru Model is 5'10"/177cm.Online Inquiries: NMS21_T5BNFStore Inquiries: #4675589About Lingua Franca: It all started with a stitch – literally. No grand plan, no big idea. One weekend I was just looking to burn off some anxiety and turned to embroidery (a craft my grandma Rita taught me when I was a young girl in Nebraska). I picked up an old cashmere sweater, a needle and thread and LF was born – a subversive underground movement to counteract the forces of mass production, mindless consumerism, and the patriarchy. Just kidding (kind of). - Today, Lingua Franca is a line of sustainably-sourced, fair trade luxury cashmere sweaters, all hand-stitched by women in NYC. Tomorrow? Who knows what we will morph into. I hope we will grow into a super compelling company that continues to engage in our world. I hope we add to the world, not take from it. I hope to stay on my toes, and continue to be humbled and inspired by the people I meet along the way. I hope we are able to see the humor in things and find the joy. And, I hope to call out and celebrate the absurd. I’m excited! xo Rachelle
Nineteen Seventy Three. The year Roe v. Wade became law, making it a year that became a shorthand for abortion rights. 10% of proceeds from this crewneck will be donated to The National Network of Abortion Funds, an organization partnering with 80+ member organizations to remove financial and logistical barriers to abortion for women across the country. Read how green became associated with the pro-abortion movement HERE. Our classic cashmere crewneck with "nineteen seventy three" embroidered across the front. Offered in Cream, Black, Navy, Maroon, Pale Pink, Smoke, Oatmeal, Heather, Peacock, and Olive cashmere. 100% Cashmere. Sustainably sourced and hand-stitched in NYC. Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here!
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Removable Panel: Removable Panel Size: 26.25 inches wide x 53 inches high (Covers 9.39 square feet) Repeat Type: Straight-Repeat (visit our FAQs to understand what a repeat is) Repeat Pattern Size: 26" w x 17.33" h Wallshoppe includes a 1/4" bleed, or overprint, in the width of every panel and a 1" overprint on the length. The overprint provides panels extra protection when shipping, and additional wiggle-room for installation. The overprint can stay on the panel or it can be cut off prior to installation. How to install a Removable Panel Easy peel and stick application Removable pressure sensitive adhesive backing
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"It’s taken me years to stop being ashamed of the things that make me different and start seeing those things as my superpowers. I always tell my students, 'Your weirdness is your genius.'" Name: Kate Quarfordt Birthplace: CTIG: @katequarfordt What woman in your life has been the greatest source of inspiration to you? My grandma Patty. She was a tiny, fierce fireball. When she talked to you she listened with her whole self. She lit up every room she walked into. She taught me about Rosie the Riveter when I was 3. When do you feel like the strongest version of yourself? When I’m making space for young people to bloom as artists and leaders. How do you hope to inspire the next generation of women? I want young women to know that they can be ANYthing.. and that they don’t need to be everything to everyone. Sometimes saying no is as courageous as saying yes. If you could spend an afternoon with any woman past or present — who would it be and what would you ask them? Michelle Obama “With all the opportunities you have to be of service and make a positive impact on the lives of others, how you do you care for yourself?”
The Balboa High School (BHS) was a public high school in the former Canal Zone under the administration of the U.S. Department of Defense. It was the Alma Mater for thousand of students who then po…
Digitally-printed on 100% nontoxic eco friendly paper Material: bright smooth matte finish, scratch resistant paper Made to order; non-refundable Sustainably made in Los Angeles, CA Ah, the classic Cable Knit sweater - now in a fun, versatile wallpaper! One of the most unique wallpaper designs to ever exist, this retro pattern creates a warm space while adding dimension to your walls. NYC based clothing brand, Lingua Franca's first foray outside of cashmere sweaters was cable knit. We have never seen this done on walls before and are so excited to make your ski house walls as cozy as our sweaters. This bold design is sure to be the conversation piece of your home.
Lingala is a Bantu language used by over 8 million people as a lingua franca in northern parts of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire). HOW TO ORDER YOUR SHIRT 1) Select Your T-Shirt Size and Color from the drop down menus. 2) Choose the Quantity you need. 3) Click ADD TO CART. You can always review the items and change size, colours or increase the quantities. 4) Click "Proceed to Checkout" SHIRT SIZING These T-shirts come in many colors and sizes, ranging from Small to 3X-Large. PROCESSING & SHIPPING If you live in the US, your order should take anywhere between 5-10 days to arrive at your door. Processing: 1-3 days Standard Shipping (US) : 2-7 business days after production time Standard Shipping (Other Countries) : 9-30 business days after production time CARE INSTRUCTIONS - Turn the T-Shirt inside out. - Wash on delicate or hand wash your sweatshirts. - Avoid using a dryer and lay your T-Shirts out flat but if you’re in a rush, use a low heat setting. ABOUT THE T-SHIRT This classic unisex jersey short sleeve tee fits like a well-loved favorite. Soft cotton and quality print make users fall in love with it over and over again. These t-shirts have-ribbed knit collars to bolster shaping. The shoulders have taping for better fit over time. Dual side seams hold the garment's shape for longer. * 100% Airlume combed and ringspun cotton (fiber content may vary for different colors) * Light fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) * Retail fit * Tear away label * Runs true to size PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM OUR ARTSY DOODLES Hi there! We sincerely hope you enjoy this product at least as much as we enjoyed putting it together. Please contact us if you have in interest in customised designs or special one-off arrangements just for you. We will be more than happy to explore the options with you.
Introducing the Lingua Franca x Judy Blume Forever sweaters. We partnered with Amazon Prime Studios for their film Judy Blume Forever, which tells the story of the woman whose trail-blazing books changed how millions of readers understand themselves, their sexuality, and what it means to grow up. 10% of proceeds from each sweater purchased will be donated to PEN America. PEN stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect open expression in the US and worldwide. They work tirelessly to prevent books like Blume’s from being banned so that young people can continue to explore critical adolescent experiences and issues by way of books. Our classic cashmere short sleeve sweater with "i read banned books" embroidered across the front. Offered in Navy, Rust, Lilac and Teal cashmere. 100% sustainably sourced, ethically produced cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC. Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here! For men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, a Men's S is equivalent to a Women's L.
Just recently I got a little fixated on the Lingua Franca jumpers. What jumpers? These jumpers! American Elle Editors Pick their Favourites Available here. You know how I love a slogan jumper. But but but .... they're not cheap! I know they're cashmere and I know some of the proceeds go to charity but they are still a little pricey for little old me. I did a little dig around and got a bit of the story behind the label and Rachel Hruska MacPherson ... the lady who designed them. Rachel and her jumpers (source) In a nutshell, Rachel embroidered a jumper for herself with the word "booyah" on it and posted it on IG and started getting requests for the embroidered jumpers from friends. The initial slogans were based on hip hop lyrics but you can now commission personalised ones. I also love the fact that when she started, she sourced all kinds of cashmere jumpers and whilst going/stalking through her IG feed, it was quite interesting to see that Uniqlo, J Crew and Pringle jumpers can be seen on the labels. Basically any that she came across were all used. Anyway, you know how they say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery? Well I made my own version. With my own very apt slogan. It did take days of mulling over song titles and lyrics and captions and eventually I came up with .... "little but fierce". Ask my boys. When they won't knuckle down to their homework, I turn in to #tigermom Normally I'm all sweetness and light but push enough buttons and then I'm "harsh" as my boys' friends like to say. I also didn't want to overstretch myself as this was my first embroidery attempt so three words was more than enough. What did I need? Suitable plain jumper Embroidery hoop Embroidery thread in colour of choice Embroidery needle Regular cotton thread and needle for marking out design on the jumper What did I do? Well, I basically tested out a few slogans on paper to see how the size of the wording and spacing would look. Then I used an embroidery hoop to hold the jumper firm and marked my design using some cotton thread in a running stitch. I found it easier to do a running stitch outline rather than using chalk or a fabric pencil which didn't mark the wool well enough for me to follow the outline. And then I googled to see which was the best stitch to use. I started off trying out chain stitch but then changed to outline stitch which is a little finer and easier to work with for outlining words. And set to. One thing I did learn along the way was to keep the lettering neat by not double stitching over an existing line and took the thread round the back and then picked it back up at the front where you expect it to continue. See how I pick up the stitching at the bottom of the b to link it to the u? No double stitching allowed!!! If that sounds all very easy, well it took me about five attempts and a lot of unpicking until I had something I was happy with. But now I know what I'm doing, I reckon you can do one of these in just over an hour if you don't make any mistakes and it's not a very very long slogan! What do you think? I think I did alright! #blowingmyowntrumpet Woolovers Jumper, Primark Jeans, Swedish Hasbeens for H&M. ------------------------------- Last Note : My grey jumper is from Woolovers. I spotted them doing a sale on their site and some of their cashmere and merino jumpers were down to £20 which is when I bought mine. Last I looked, they were reduced to £10 but odd colours and odd sizes. But if you find something you like, well you can't lose for £10! I recommend using an embroidery hoop to hold the jumper taut as you embroider. Don't pull too hard either as you don't want any puckering.
Repeat Type: Straight Repeat Removable Repeat Size: 26 in x 26 in Traditional Repeat Size: 27 in x 27 in Digitally-printed on 100% nontoxic eco friendly paper Material: bright smooth matte finish, scratch resistant paper Made to order; non-refundable Sustainably made in Los Angeles, CA
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Date: 1990 Size: 16.5 x 23 inches Artist: Unknown About the Poster: The Organisation internationale de la Francophonie is an international organization representing countries and regions where French is a lingua franca or customary language, where a significant proportion of the population are francophones, or where there is a notable affiliation with French culture. This poster celebrates a meeting of Francophonie in Stockholm in 1990. This poster is in very good overall condition with minor ruffling at the edges (please see photos), ready to frame. From a private collection. less
Peony with red embroidery, Smoke with peach embroidery, or Red with light blue embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC. 10% of sales from each sweater purchased supports WomenOne, an organization that works to provide women and girls facing extreme poverty, cultural barriers and emergencies access to life-changing education opportunities All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days). Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us! Because all items are hand-embroidered to order, we are unable to accept returns. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please emails us at [email protected].
Removable Panel: Removable Panel Size: 26.25 inches wide x 53 inches high (Covers 9.39 square feet) Repeat Type: Straight-Repeat (visit our FAQs to understand what a repeat is) Repeat Pattern Size: 26" w x 17.33" h Wallshoppe includes a 1/4" bleed, or overprint, in the width of every panel and a 1" overprint on the length. The overprint provides panels extra protection when shipping, and additional wiggle-room for installation. The overprint can stay on the panel or it can be cut off prior to installation. How to install a Removable Panel Easy peel and stick application Removable pressure sensitive adhesive backing
This bilingual dictionary is aimed at English-speaking users of Lingua Franca Nova, an international auxiliary language constructed by George Boeree, first published online in 1998, developed by its community over two decades, and now commonly known-via its initials-as Elefen. The Elefen-English section contains over 17,000 main entries and more than 6,000 additional phrases; there are over 34,000 main entries in the English-Elefen part. The book also offers a brief overview of Elefen grammar, including helpful lists of function words, prefixes and suffixes. Esta disionario bilingual es dirijeda a parlores de engles ci usa lingua franca nova, un lingua aidante internasional construida par George Boeree, prima publicida a la rede en 1998, developada par sua comunia tra du desenios, e aora comun conoseda-longo sua inisiales-como elefen. La parte elefen-engles conteni plu ca 17 000 entradas xef e plu ca 6 000 espresas ajuntada; on trova plu ca 34 000 entradas xef en la parte engles-elefen. La libro ofre ance un resoma corta de la gramatica elefen, incluinte listas aidosa de parolas funsional, prefisas e sufisas.
Style No. 83410043; Color Code: 046 Colorful crochet granny squares embellish this wallpaper, exuding a sense of coziness and comfort. Need help choosing the right wallpaper for your home? Read our guide to transforming your walls - and your space. To calculate the square footage of your space, we recommend combining the width of each wall, then multiplying this number by your ceiling height. Next, divide this number by the square footage of a single roll of wallpaper to determine the number of rolls required. Always round up to account for pattern repeat and variation. Professional consultation and installation recommended Adhesive required Non-woven paper USA
Oatmeal with hot pink embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC. All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days). Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here! Because the Lingua Franca "madam vice president" sweater is customized to order, making it truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style, but this may also result in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery.
Removable Panel: Removable Panel Size: 26.25 inches wide x 53 inches high (Covers 9.39 square feet) Repeat Type: Straight-Repeat (visit our FAQs to understand what a repeat is) Repeat Pattern Size: 26" w x 17.33" h Wallshoppe includes a 1/4" bleed, or overprint, in the width of every panel and a 1" overprint on the length. The overprint provides panels extra protection when shipping, and additional wiggle-room for installation. The overprint can stay on the panel or it can be cut off prior to installation. How to install a Removable Panel Easy peel and stick application Removable pressure sensitive adhesive backing
